Cook, Collette Deborah

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

Children receive an exceptional start to their education. From the moment they arrive, the childminder and her co-childminder place significant importance on building strong relationships with both children and their families. The depth of the secure and trusting bond the childminder has with children is evident in their confidence and enthusiasm. For instance, they eagerly engage with visitors, proudly introduce their friends and excitedly share details about the enriching activities they take part in. Their sense of belonging and joy is evident, setting a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder's curriculum places an exceptional focus on children's developing language, social and emotional skills. She expertly captures learning moments, and seamlessly introduces and reinforces new vocabulary. For example, she introduces concepts such as, 'full' and 'empty' in a meaningful situation. The childminder ensures children grasp these ideas through hands-on fun experiences throughout the day. Her exceptional teaching is evident. Children confidently use these words in context as they excitedly catch water flowing through pipes.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is a positive role model. She consistently gives children encouragement to solve problems. For example, children work together to tidy away toys and create a safe and purposeful space for ball games. Their younger peers under the age of two concentrate intently and explore which objects fit into a container. Across all ages, children show resilience and determination. They confidently overcome challenges and take pride in their achievements.

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need to do better?

n The childminder designs an exceptional curriculum, which is meticulously informed by her in-depth assessments. Her goal is to nurture confidence, curiosity and resilience in children through first-hand experiences. She plans stimulating learning experiences focused on children's individual needs and creates an environment where children radiate with excitement. n The childminder provides exceptional support for children's language and communication development. She expertly nurtures their ability to use complex sentences and rich vocabulary, and seamlessly embeds new words into their play. For instance, during pretend play, children enthusiastically take on roles, such as a hairdresser. They confidently ask their friends about their preferences. The childminder uses visual aids to introduce different hairstyles and encourages children to recall the word 'salon'. Through her highly responsive interactions,

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need to do better?

she deepens their understanding of new vocabulary and fosters exceptional communication skills. n Trips in the local community broaden children's experiences and bring the

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12 March 2025 curriculum to life. For example, at nearby woods, the childminder reinforces children's understanding of positional language as they act out stories, such as 'We're going on a bear hunt.' Children exhibit outstanding progress, and begin their educational journey with a genuine passion for continuous learning. n The childminder expertly nurtures children's curiosity about the world. With encouragement, children recall and discuss the diverse cultures and celebrations of their friends. They demonstrate respect and use words from their peers' home languages, which fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion. The childminder further enhances children's curiosity and encourages them to locate familiar countries on a map. This deepens children's understanding of the wider world. n The childminder provides a nurturing and supportive environment, where children feel safe, valued, and understood. She sets clear and consistent

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expectations for behaviour, and sensitively helps children express their feelings and worries. Through thoughtful discussions and visual aids, she empowers children to communicate effectively. When children need additional reassurance or support, she offers gentle encouragement. Children demonstrate excellent manners and self-regulation skills. For example, as they engage in their play, they use words to describe how they are feeling and can manage their own disputes. They thrive on the childminder's positive reinforcement n The childminder engages in thorough self-evaluation to precisely pinpoint areas for improvement and ongoing professional development. She actively participates in an extensive range of training sessions aimed at enhancing the well-being of children. As a result, she has further implemented learning experiences that has significantly contributed to children's positive attitude towards healthy eating.

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n The childminder builds commendable parent partnerships. Parents offer extremely positive feedback regarding their children's remarkable progress. They say the childminder goes above and beyond in supporting their family and addressing their children's unique needs. For instance, they comment that their children have shown an improved interest in trying a wider variety of food.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY455432 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10388289 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 4 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She works from her co-childminder's house in Beggarwood, Basingstoke, Hampshire. The childminder works Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for most weeks of the year. She provides government funded childcare. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector spoke to the children during the inspection. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The inspector took the spoken views of parents into account. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

12 March 2025 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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